Canon 100D vs Nikon D2Xs
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Canon 100D vs Nikon D2Xs Key Specs
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- 18MP - APS-C Sensor
- 3" Fixed Display
- ISO 100 - 12800 (Boost to 25600)
- 1920 x 1080 video
- Canon EF/EF-S Mount
- 407g - 117 x 91 x 69mm
- Introduced July 2013
- Alternative Name is EOS Rebel SL1
- Successor is Canon SL2
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Canon 100D vs Nikon D2Xs Overview
Following is a extended comparison of the Canon 100D versus Nikon D2Xs, former is a Entry-Level DSLR while the latter is a Pro DSLR by rivals Canon and Nikon. There exists a large gap between the image resolutions of the 100D (18MP) and D2Xs (12MP) but they use the exact same sensor size (APS-C).
Cutting-edge AI developed by Apple deciphers subtle nuances in pixelsThe 100D was brought out 7 years after the D2Xs which is quite a serious difference as far as technology is concerned. Each of these cameras come with different body type with the Canon 100D being a Compact SLR camera and the Nikon D2Xs being a Large SLR camera.
Before diving in to a in depth comparison, below is a quick synopsis of how the 100D matches up vs the D2Xs with regards to portability, imaging, features and an overall score.
Canon 100D vs Nikon D2Xs Gallery
Here is a preview of the gallery photos for Canon EOS 100D & Nikon D2Xs. The entire galleries are provided at Canon 100D Gallery & Nikon D2Xs Gallery.
Reasons to pick Canon 100D over the Nikon D2Xs
100D | D2Xs | |||
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Launched | July 2013 | June 2006 | More modern by 88 months | |
Screen dimension | 3" | 2.5" | Bigger screen (+0.5") | |
Screen resolution | 1040k | 235k | Crisper screen (+805k dot) | |
Touch screen | Quickly navigate |
Reasons to pick Nikon D2Xs over the Canon 100D
D2Xs | 100D |
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Common features in the Canon 100D and Nikon D2Xs
100D | D2Xs | |||
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Focus manually | More precise focusing | |||
Screen type | Fixed | Fixed | Fixed screen | |
Selfie screen | Absent selfie screen |
Canon 100D vs Nikon D2Xs Physical Comparison
For anybody who is going to carry around your camera, you need to factor in its weight and size. The Canon 100D has outside measurements of 117mm x 91mm x 69mm (4.6" x 3.6" x 2.7") and a weight of 407 grams (0.90 lbs) while the Nikon D2Xs has specifications of 158mm x 150mm x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") with a weight of 1200 grams (2.65 lbs).
See the Canon 100D versus Nikon D2Xs in our completely new Camera & Lens Size Comparison Tool.Don't forget, the weight of an ILC will vary based on the lens you are working with during that time. Below is the front view physical size comparison of the 100D versus the D2Xs.
Factoring in dimensions and weight, the portability rating of the 100D and D2Xs is 73 and 51 respectively.
Canon 100D vs Nikon D2Xs Sensor Comparison
More often than not, it can be tough to visualise the difference between sensor sizes purely by reviewing technical specs. The image below may give you a stronger sense of the sensor sizing in the 100D and D2Xs.
As you can tell, the two cameras posses the exact same sensor measurements albeit not the same MP. You can count on the Canon 100D to offer more detail having its extra 6 Megapixels. Higher resolution will also let you crop photographs somewhat more aggressively. The more recent 100D will have an advantage in sensor innovation.
Canon 100D vs Nikon D2Xs Screen and ViewFinder
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Canon 100D vs Nikon D2Xs Specifications
Canon EOS 100D | Nikon D2Xs | |
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General Information | ||
Brand | Canon | Nikon |
Model type | Canon EOS 100D | Nikon D2Xs |
Alternative name | EOS Rebel SL1 | - |
Category | Entry-Level DSLR | Pro DSLR |
Introduced | 2013-07-26 | 2006-06-01 |
Body design | Compact SLR | Large SLR |
Sensor Information | ||
Processor Chip | Digic 5 | - |
Sensor type | CMOS | CMOS |
Sensor size | APS-C | APS-C |
Sensor measurements | 22.3 x 14.9mm | 23.7 x 15.7mm |
Sensor area | 332.3mm² | 372.1mm² |
Sensor resolution | 18 megapixels | 12 megapixels |
Anti alias filter | ||
Aspect ratio | 1:1, 4:3, 3:2 and 16:9 | 3:2 |
Highest resolution | 5184 x 3456 | 4288 x 2848 |
Highest native ISO | 12800 | 800 |
Highest boosted ISO | 25600 | 3200 |
Min native ISO | 100 | 100 |
RAW files | ||
Autofocusing | ||
Manual focusing | ||
Touch to focus | ||
Continuous autofocus | ||
Single autofocus | ||
Autofocus tracking | ||
Selective autofocus | ||
Center weighted autofocus | ||
Autofocus multi area | ||
Autofocus live view | ||
Face detect focus | ||
Contract detect focus | ||
Phase detect focus | ||
Total focus points | 9 | - |
Cross type focus points | 1 | - |
Lens | ||
Lens mount type | Canon EF/EF-S | Nikon F |
Total lenses | 326 | 309 |
Focal length multiplier | 1.6 | 1.5 |
Screen | ||
Range of display | Fixed Type | Fixed Type |
Display diagonal | 3 inch | 2.5 inch |
Resolution of display | 1,040k dot | 235k dot |
Selfie friendly | ||
Liveview | ||
Touch function | ||
Viewfinder Information | ||
Viewfinder type | Optical (pentamirror) | Optical (pentaprism) |
Viewfinder coverage | 95 percent | 100 percent |
Viewfinder magnification | 0.55x | 0.57x |
Features | ||
Lowest shutter speed | 30s | 30s |
Highest shutter speed | 1/4000s | 1/8000s |
Continuous shooting speed | 3.0fps | 8.0fps |
Shutter priority | ||
Aperture priority | ||
Manual exposure | ||
Exposure compensation | Yes | Yes |
Set white balance | ||
Image stabilization | ||
Inbuilt flash | ||
Flash distance | 9.40 m | no built-in flash |
Flash options | Auto, On, Off, Red-eye | Front curtain, Rear curtain, Red-Eye, Slow, Red-Eye Slow |
External flash | ||
AEB | ||
White balance bracketing | ||
Highest flash sync | 1/200s | 1/250s |
Exposure | ||
Multisegment exposure | ||
Average exposure | ||
Spot exposure | ||
Partial exposure | ||
AF area exposure | ||
Center weighted exposure | ||
Video features | ||
Supported video resolutions | 1920 x 1080 (30, 25, 24 fps), 1280 x 720 (60, 50 fps), 640 x 480 (30, 25 fps) | - |
Highest video resolution | 1920x1080 | None |
Video data format | H.264, Motion JPEG | - |
Microphone jack | ||
Headphone jack | ||
Connectivity | ||
Wireless | Eye-Fi Connected | None |
Bluetooth | ||
NFC | ||
HDMI | ||
USB | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) | USB 2.0 (480 Mbit/sec) |
GPS | Optional | None |
Physical | ||
Environmental seal | ||
Water proofing | ||
Dust proofing | ||
Shock proofing | ||
Crush proofing | ||
Freeze proofing | ||
Weight | 407 grams (0.90 lbs) | 1200 grams (2.65 lbs) |
Dimensions | 117 x 91 x 69mm (4.6" x 3.6" x 2.7") | 158 x 150 x 86mm (6.2" x 5.9" x 3.4") |
DXO scores | ||
DXO All around rating | 63 | 59 |
DXO Color Depth rating | 21.8 | 22.2 |
DXO Dynamic range rating | 11.3 | 10.9 |
DXO Low light rating | 843 | 489 |
Other | ||
Battery life | 380 photos | - |
Form of battery | Battery Pack | - |
Battery ID | LP-E12 | - |
Self timer | Yes (2s, 10s+remote, 10s + continuous shots 2-10)) | Yes (2 to 20 sec) |
Time lapse feature | ||
Storage media | SD/SDHC/SDXC | Compact Flash (Type I or II) |
Storage slots | 1 | 1 |
Retail pricing | $499 | $3,999 |